The Arid Hydrology and Water Systems program primarily focuses on developing resilient water management practices while considering present and projected future water demands and supplies in Far West Texas. Dr. Palmate’s research addresses issues arising from climate change, land use/cover change, and different management practices on the water balances and hydrologic components in arid and...
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Arid Hydrology and Water Systems
Public Health Nutrition
Most American’s diet quality is poor. In Texas, this has contributed to a high rate of obesity, rising sharply from 12% in 1990 to 36% in 2020. This results in high levels of chronic disease like diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, and obesity. Texans spend about $239 billion annually on health care. More than 80% of...
Water Resources and Salinity Management
The Water Resources and Salinity Management research program specializes in: Salinity assessment and management Beneficial use of waters with elevated salinity such as industrial wastewater, gray-water, reclaimed water, and brackish groundwater On-farm water conservation. Current research includes developing strategies for potential climate change impacts on water and salinity and developing alternative water supplies for agricultural...